Redefining Active'
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Vol. 43 Number 5 | September/October 2019 Save The Dates For ‘Redefining Active’ That is the theme for the upcoming Active Aging Week – running from Oct. 1 through Oct. 7 – with lots of activities both on and off John Knox Village’s campus. The now 16-year-old program is presented through the International Council on Active Aging. Look for more information on Active Aging Week as the date gets closer or call the Life Enrichment Department at (954) 783-4039. Our Mission Statement: John Knox Village of Florida, Inc. is dedicated to providing an environment of whole person wellness in which the people we serve thrive. John Knox Village of Florida, Inc. is commi ed to supporting our employees, partners and the greater community. www.JohnKnoxVillage.com For more information call the Marketing Department at (954) 783-4040. For More Info Contact 651 SW 6th Street web JohnKnoxVillage.com (954) 783-4040 Pompano Beach, FL 33060 JohnKnoxVIllage INSIDE: New ‘Vue’ Part Of JKV’s Master Plan – Page 3 • CT Resident’s Long Friendship With Supreme Court Justice – Page 11 • Holy Cross Honors JKV As #1 – Page 21 In Case You Missed It... Summerfest Hits Right Note With Residents For the 13th consecutive year, John Knox Village was held at the nearby Pompano Beach Cultural Arts played host to some two dozen musicians from around Center. the world as part of Symphony of the America’s The move did not prevent residents from having a Summerfest program. This year, because the Village great time. Centre Auditorium was being renovated, Summerfest Residents (L-R) Dr. Marie Brink, Mary Jane Graff and Sally Harper enjoying themselves prior to the concert beginning. Under the seasoned baton of Maestro James Brooks-Bruzzese, Summerfest 2019 featured music from Vivaldi, Humperdinck, Beethoven and much more. Cassels Tower residents Dana and Liz Hardy enjoy a glass of wine prior to the start of Summerfest 2019. Venetian Arts Society Executive Residents Angela Bomford and Shari and Harry Vordermeier joined David Director Willie Riddle gives Haun (black shirt) with a copy of David’s new book, “Jack and the Really internationally acclaimed sculptor Big Beanstalk,” which, was illustrated by Curtis Iverson. Nilda Comas a kiss during an event at which Comas discussed how she created a nine-foot-tall sculpture of ON THE COVER civil rights spokeswoman Mary Jane Gold shovels, hard hats, the requisite backhoe and dignitaries made for a great McLeod Bethune. It was part of an morning when John Knox Village celebrated the Groundbreaking of its $3.9 ArtSage Alliance event. The Alliance million Welcome and Innovation Center. It is being constructed on the north- consists of JKV, VAS and Nova east corner of the campus, near the Main Gate House. Shown here (L-R) are: Southeastern University. Its goal is to Laurie Butler with Perkins Eastman Architects, President Gerry Stryker, Board provide a variety of art to residents Chairman Paul Simpson, Foundation President Kit Frazer, Chief Marketing Of- and the greater community. ficer Monica McAfee, Pompano Beach Mayor Rex Hardin, Vice Mayor Barry Moss and John Tice with Gallo-Herbert Architects. (Photo by Marty Lee) John Knox Village is committed to compliance with all federal, state and local fair housing laws. It is our policy to offer senior living to those that qualify without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, or handicap. The employees of John Knox Village have a legal obligation to treat each individual in a consistent and equally fair manner. In order to assist you with your decision on your new home, we are providing a list of guidelines used to qualify residents for tenancy in our community. Please note that this is our current rental/ownership criteria; nothing contained in these requirements shall constitute a guarantee or representation by John Knox Village that all residents and occupants currently residing at the community have met these requirements. There may be residents and occupants that have resided the community prior to these requirements going into effect. Additionally, our ability to verify whether these requirements have been met is limited to the information we receive from various credit and screening services used. 2 VILLAGE VOICE | SEPT-OCT 2019 In Case You It’s summer time and living is easy, however thatMissed doesn’t mean things slow down It... at John Knox Village. Here is a sampling of some of the fun, interesting and even thought- provoking things that took place since our last issue of the Village Voice. Check Out ‘The Vue’ And More At John Knox Village The most ambitious expansion plan in the 52-year history of John Knox Village began with a simple shovelful of dirt in July. South Florida’s premiere Life Plan Retirement The new Welcome and Innovation Center will include Community ushered in a new era of on-campus activity a 1,000 square-foot state-of-the-art Design Center for when some 200 Village residents and friends came new residents to select all the trimmings for their new together for the Welcome and Innovation Center (WIC) home. ground-breaking ceremony. Housing JKV’s Sales, Marketing and Innovation teams, the nearly $4-million center will also provide Pompano Beach with its newest open-air gathering space. Just as workers continue their important construction ON THE COVER on the WIC project, others are moving fast and furiously Gold shovels, hard hats, the requisite backhoe and dig- on the new Aquatic Complex. A fine, but limited, pool area nitaries made for a great morning when John Knox Vil- that has served our residents well for many years is being lage celebrated the Groundbreaking of its $3.9 million demolished. It will be replaced with two new swimming Welcome and Innovation Center. It is being constructed pools—one a luxurious resort-style, zero-entry pool, the on the north-east corner of the campus, near the Main other a 4-lane lap pool. There will also be two courts each Gate House. Shown here (L-R) are: Laurie Butler with for Pickleball and Bocce ball, a fire pit, Poolside Pub and Perkins Eastman Architects, President Gerry Stryker, Tropics Grille restaurant. Board Chairman Paul Simpson, Foundation President Kit Lushly landscaped, the Aquatic Complex will also have Frazer, Chief Marketing Officer Monica McAfee, Pom- sun-sail shading throughout, to accommodate those who pano Beach Mayor Rex Hardin, Vice Mayor Barry Moss enjoy the shade. and John Tice with Gallo-Herbert Architects. (Photo by The largest piece to John Knox Village’s $100-million- Marty Lee) The new Aquatic Complex will include two pools, a plus expansion puzzle is the creation of Westlake—our new resort-style zero-entry and a lap pool, two courts each 150 Independent Living apartment home project. There will for Pickleball and Bocce ball, a fire pit, Poolside Pub be covered parking for residents at both the 15-story, The and Tropics Grille restaurant. Vue and for the 11-story, The Terrace. Residents—current and new—will enjoy enhanced water views as the entire Village undergoes a huge expansion of its current lakes system. Additional amenities in Westlake will include first-floor common space offerings ranging from a Bistro-like restaurant and mini-theatre to an art studio, business offices and a Sacred Space. The Westlake Pavilion will rise at the northwestern corner of the project, with its 300-plus seat multi-purpose performing arts The Village Centre Auditorium and Lobby have been completely Continued on page 20 John Knox Village is committed to compliance with all federal, state and local fair housing laws. It is our policy to offer senior living to those that qualify without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, or handicap. The employees renovated and upgraded. of John Knox Village have a legal obligation to treat each individual in a consistent and equally fair manner. In order to assist you with your decision on your new home, we are providing a list of guidelines used to qualify residents for tenancy in our community. Please note Monica McAfee that this is our current rental/ownership criteria; nothing contained in these requirements shall constitute a guarantee or representation by John Knox Village that all residents and occupants currently residing at the community have met these requirements. There may be residents and occupants that have resided the community prior to these requirements going into effect. Additionally, our ability to verify whether these requirements have been met is limited to the information we receive from various credit and screening services used. Chief Marketing & Innovation Officer VILLAGE VOICE | SEPT-OCT 2019 3 What’s Inside? 8 Vol. 43 Number 5 | September/October 2019 IN EVERY ISSUE 18 Who-o-o-o’s That Spooky Spirit Hiding Behind Your Door? 3 News From Marketing Check Out ‘The Vue’ And More At 21 JKV Honored By Holy Cross John Knox Village 21 Mad About The Loss Of Mad Magazine 7 John Knox Village Foundation 22 Save The Date When Your Vacation Home Becomes A Burden 23 JKV Swimming Pool Reminder 10 Senate News & JKV Foundation 25 Honoring 9/11 First Responder 16 News From Spiritual Life Director Woodlands Rehab Guest Someday...Laughing Again 17 In Good Taste: Chef Mark’s Recipe Became COMMUNITY INFO A Priority For JKV Expansion Project Depositors 20 How To Book A Room On Campus 19 Living Well Corner 20 JKV Professional Center Medical Catch Your Breath Before Reading These Tips Offices Directory 19 Nutrition Notes 24 Donations Fiber In Your Diet 26 Fitness Group Class Schedule Community Bus Transportation Schedule FEATURED STORIES 26 27 Important Contact Info 2 In Case You Missed It The Village VOICE is a bi-monthly publication of John Knox Village of 5 Celebrate September Under The Florida Inc.